What are the schools like in Metamora, MI?

Metamora is served primarily by Lapeer Community Schools. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 19.2:1.

What is the median household income in Metamora?

The median household income in Metamora, MI is $78,654 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.

What is the weather like in Metamora, MI?

Metamora has an average high temperature of 30.0°F in January and 82.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.4 inches.

Metamora, MI Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Metamora, MI affordable or expensive?

Metamora's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Metamora is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $220,300 and the median rent is $994 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Metamora, MI?

Metamora has a violent crime rate of 116.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 438.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Metamora, MI a Good Place to Live?

Metamora is a small town of 619 in Michigan, with a median household income of $78,654 and a 2.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Metamora stands out for below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Metamora is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Metamora city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 98.0

Metamora's overall cost of living index is 98.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Metamora costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Metamora, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$220,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$994	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$78,654	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Metamora's violent crime rate is 116.4 per 100,000 residents — 69% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

116.4 /100k

Property Crime

438.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metamora is served primarily by Lapeer Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.2:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Metamora, MI	National Avg
School District	Lapeer Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	19.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	28.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Metamora sees average highs of 30.0°F in January and 82.4°F in July, with 31.9 inches of annual precipitation and 34.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Metamora, MI
Average High — January	30.0°F
Average High — July	82.4°F
Annual Precipitation	31.9"
Annual Snowfall	34.4"

Demographics

Metric	Metamora, MI	National Avg
Population	619	—
Median Age	36.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.8%	22.2%
65 and over	9.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lapeer, MI 7 mi Dryden, MI 9 mi Attica, MI 9 mi Oxford, MI 9 mi Leonard, MI 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Metamora

Metamora, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

48455

Metamora vs Other Cities

Metamora, MI vs Lapeer, MI Metamora, MI vs Dryden, MI Metamora, MI vs Attica, MI Metamora, MI vs Oxford, MI Metamora, MI vs Leonard, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Metamora, MI affordable or expensive?

Metamora's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Metamora roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $220,300 and median rent is $994/month.

What is the crime rate in Metamora, MI?

Metamora's violent crime rate is 116.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 438.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Metamora?

Public schools in Metamora are operated by Lapeer Community Schools. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.2:1. 28.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Metamora, MI a good place to live?

Metamora, MI has a population of 619, a median household income of $78,654, and an unemployment rate of 2.7%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Metamora?

Metamora averages 30.0°F in January and 82.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 31.9 inches with about 34.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Metamora?

Metamora, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 48455.

What is the population of Metamora?

The population of Metamora, Michigan is 619 with a median age of 36.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Metamora?

Key numbers for living in Metamora: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $220,300, median household income $78,654, crime index 27 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Metamora side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.